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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

V8 MGJMOT history

V8 MGJ is a silver petrol BMW first used on 1 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 157,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2024
Mileage
157,526 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2023
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 MGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 MGJ was last recorded at 157,526 miles on 6 Dec 2023, 5,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,458 miles · 7 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
5,068 miles
Average per year
6,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 157,526 miles
  • 2022 – 152,458 miles
  • 2021 – 147,227 miles
  • 2020 – 141,949 miles
  • 2019 – 137,399 miles
  • 2018 – 131,118 miles
  • 2017 – 124,288 miles
  • 2016 – 117,410 miles
  • 2015 – 111,490 miles
  • 2014 – 106,255 miles
  • 2013 – 101,064 miles
  • 2012 – 95,703 miles
  • 2011 – 90,574 miles
  • 2010 – 80,816 miles
  • 2009 – 74,999 miles
  • 2008 – 68,190 miles
  • 2007 – 61,372 miles
  • 2006 – 54,528 miles
  • 2005 – 48,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,526 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    157,526 miles
    Test number
    738147812735
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail157,525 miles (+5,067)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,525 miles
    Test number
    897205675247
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,458 miles
    Test number
    764396132133
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bodysill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bodysill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail152,457 miles (+5,230)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,457 miles
    Test number
    486452258664
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bodysill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bodysill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass147,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    147,227 miles
    Test number
    961719992850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Innersill at back (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail147,226 miles (+5,277)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,226 miles
    Test number
    993818139274
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Innersill at back (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass141,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,949 miles
    Test number
    307070067309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail141,948 miles (+4,549)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,948 miles
    Test number
    732898142161
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass137,399 miles (+6,281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,399 miles
    Test number
    663974702365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass131,118 miles (+6,830)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    131,118 miles
    Test number
    109253287162
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear, have coated them with oil to stop further deterioration. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass124,288 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    124,288 miles
    Test number
    493380856020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail124,286 miles (+6,876)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,286 miles
    Test number
    784413445929
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort very poor effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass117,410 miles (+5,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    117,410 miles
    Test number
    142950562299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear perishing

  14. Pass111,490 miles (+5,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    111,490 miles
    Test number
    645970731598
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met the brake reading requirement
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre low (wearing on edges )

  15. Pass106,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    106,255 miles
    Test number
    968081654377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,252 miles (+5,188)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,252 miles
    Test number
    488311954311
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass101,064 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    101,064 miles
    Test number
    556317543379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail101,063 miles (+5,360)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,063 miles
    Test number
    119533743330
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass95,703 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    95,703 miles
    Test number
    298234852313
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cuts/cracks

  20. Fail95,699 miles (+5,125)1 dangerous6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,699 miles
    Test number
    565294552322
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cuts/cracks

  21. Pass90,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    90,574 miles
    Test number
    755671741319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,574 miles (+9,758)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,574 miles
    Test number
    508761341377
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass80,816 miles (+5,817)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    80,816 miles
    Test number
    724966750301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    74,999 miles
    Test number
    371390859399
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail74,999 miles (+6,809)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,999 miles
    Test number
    531420659335
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass68,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    68,190 miles
    Test number
    133870258304
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail68,190 miles (+6,818)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,190 miles
    Test number
    370870758302
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass61,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,372 miles
    Test number
    593056147387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail61,372 miles (+6,844)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,372 miles
    Test number
    930186247345
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass54,528 miles (+5,994)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    54,528 miles
    Test number
    964340546357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass48,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    48,534 miles
    Test number
    552307745323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 MGJ

Does V8 MGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 MGJ expired on 21 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 MGJ?
The MOT on V8 MGJ expired on 21 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 MGJ done?
V8 MGJ was recorded at 157,526 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2023, an average of 6,062 miles a year.
Has V8 MGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 MGJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on V8 MGJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V8 MGJ find?
V8 MGJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play droplink.

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